Alfa Romeo Alfasud 901 1.5 (85 Hp)


Alfa Romeo Alfasud:

The Alfa Romeo Alfasud is a small family car manufactured and marketed from 1971 to 1989 by Alfa Romeo as a front-engine, four-door, five-passenger entry-level model over a single generation — with facelifts in 1977 and 1980. There was also a two-door sedan, only available in "ti" trim. Alfa Romeo subsequently introduced a three-door wagon variant, the Giardinetta ; two-door coupé, the Alfasud Sprint ; three-door hatchback and finally the five-door hatchback....(Read more on Wikipedia)

901 Overview:

Alfa Romeo Alfasud (901). With 121 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (65 hp), ideal for city commuting.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(901: February, 1978 - July, 1979).

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:Alfasud
Generation:901
Modification (Engine):1.5 (85 Hp)
Start of production:June, 1978
End of production:March, 1980
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:85 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:57 Hp/l [42mm more]
Torque:121 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:AS30124 More details about the engine AS30124
Engine displacement:1490
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:7.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:84 mm mm
Piston Stroke:67.2 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.4 l/100 km
Maximum speed:165 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.2 kg/Hp, 97.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.2 kg/Nm, 139.1 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:870
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:3995 mm mm [42mm more]
Width:1590 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1370 mm mm [Same height.]
Front track:1392 mm
Rear (Back) track:1359 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size165/70 R13
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

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